The Uganda Law Council has officially opened applications for the 2027 Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (Bar Course) at the Law Development Centre (LDC). The programme is Uganda’s mandatory professional legal training course for eligible Bachelor of Laws (LLB) graduates seeking qualification for legal practice. LDC will conduct one intake only for the 2027 academic year, with the Bar Course running from January to December 2027. All admissions will be based on successful completion of the online application process and performance in the mandatory pre-entry examination. Programme Overview The Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice equips law graduates with the practical knowledge, ethical values, and professional competencies required for admission to legal practice in Uganda. The programme combines courtroom advocacy, legal drafting, professional ethics, litigation procedures, and practical legal skills essential for future advocates. Programme Details ItemInformationInstitutionLaw Development Centre (LDC)ProgrammePostgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (Bar Course)IntakeJanuary 2027DurationJanuary – December 2027Study LocationKampala, UgandaApplication Deadline18 September 2026Pre-Entry Exam17 October 2026 Eligibility Criteria Applicants must satisfy both academic and statutory admission requirements established by the Uganda Law Council and the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE). Eligible candidates include: Holders of an LLB degree awarded by a Ugandan university accredited by NCHE in consultation with the Law Council before enrolment into the law programme. Holders of an LLB degree from a foreign university operating under the Common Law system, provided they obtain prior written clearance from the Uganda Law Council before submitting their application. Applicants who meet Uganda’s minimum university entry requirements of two principal passes at A-Level obtained at the same sitting (or equivalent) and five O-Level passes obtained at the same sitting (or equivalent). Candidates with foreign qualifications who fail to obtain Law Council clearance will not be considered for admission. Mandatory Pre-Entry Examination All shortlisted applicants must sit a closed-book pre-entry examination before admission. Examination Schedule ItemDetailsDateSaturday, 17 October 2026VenueLaw Development Centre, KampalaReporting Time7:30 AMExamination Time9:00 AM – 1:00 PMFormatClosed Book The examination will assess candidates’ knowledge of core undergraduate law subjects alongside professional aptitude and ethical understanding of the legal profession. Subjects Covered The pre-entry examination will cover the following foundational law courses: Legal Methods Constitutional Law Law of Contract Criminal Law Law of Torts Law of Evidence Civil Procedure Criminal Procedure Candidates will also be evaluated on their aptitude for legal practice and the professional values expected of advocates. Application Fees All applicants must pay a total of UGX 250,000 through the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA). Fee Breakdown Fee CategoryAmount (UGX)Application Processing Fee200,000Pre-Entry Examination Fee50,000Total250,000 Payment is completed after generating a Payment Reference Number (PRN) through the online admissions portal. How to Apply Applications are strictly online through the official LDC admissions portal. Applicants should: Complete the online application form. Upload all required academic documents. Upload a valid national identification document (National ID, Passport, or Driving Licence). Generate a PRN using the “Pay for Form” option. Pay the required fees and submit the completed application online. Only fully completed applications accompanied by supporting documents and proof of payment will be considered. Important Dates Applicants should carefully observe the following admission timeline: ActivityDateApplications Open28 August 2026Dean’s Submission Deadline7 September 2026Application Deadline18 September 2026Shortlist Notification by Email12 October 2026Pre-Entry Examination17 October 2026Bar Course CommencesJanuary 2027 Law school deans are required to submit lists of eligible students who have completed their LLB requirements but have not yet graduated by 7 September 2026. Required Documents Applicants should prepare the following before beginning the online application: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) academic documents Academic transcripts where applicable National ID, Passport, or Driving Licence Law Council clearance letter for foreign LLB qualifications Any additional supporting documents requested during the application process Former LDC students intending to repeat the Bar Course are also encouraged to apply and sit the pre-entry examination. Admission Notifications Shortlisted applicants will receive an official email from the LDC Admissions Office by 12 October 2026 indicating their examination venue, reporting instructions, and allocated seat number. Applicants are advised to use active email addresses throughout the application process. Why Apply to LDC? The Law Development Centre remains Uganda’s premier institution for professional legal training, producing advocates equipped with practical legal skills, ethical competence, and courtroom experience. Successful completion of the Bar Course is a critical step toward admission to legal practice under Uganda’s legal profession framework. Prospective applicants are encouraged to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid delays in payment processing and document verification. VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and WPChannel Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) does not take ownership or credit for the opportunities shared on this platform. All opportunities are sourced from official announcements and external sources for informational purposes only. 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